Quality Engineer
Teledyne FLIR · Mountain View, CA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $78k–$104k
- Experience asked
- 50+ years
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Teledyne FLIR (aerospace & defense) in Mountain View, CA. ASQE, Six Sigma Black/Green Belt or Lean certification a strong plus.
- They ask for
- 50+ years · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, Root cause, CAPA, ISO 9001
- Base pay
- $78k–$104k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $100k–$149k. This one lists $78k–$104k.
Median of the low and high ends of 90 live postings that list pay, out of 188 quality engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 187 other live quality postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 27% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (50+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$148k, from 87 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 78%
- FMEA 55%
- Supplier quality 49%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 46%
- AS9100 43%
- ✓ ISO 9001 39%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- The posting mentions a Green Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Teledyne FLIR in Mountain View
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Quality Engineer at Teledyne FLIR in other locations
Teledyne FLIR lists this title in 4 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- Huntsville, AL
- Dallas, TX
- Torrance, CA · $63k–$84k
Full description from Teledyne FLIRAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
and verification, including the transition of design to production. Lead multi-functional teams in problem resolution and continuous improvement activities with an emphasis on Six Sigma, Lean practices and other critical thinking improvement methods and resources. Guide business and program performance utilizing predictive and proactive measures and metrics. Will play key role in implementation of Pacific Defense Quality Management System (QMS). Provide technical guidance for containment and creating record of Non-conforming materials (NCMR), and Corrective Action Requests (CAR). Ensures traceability to Configuration Management guidelines. Support investigations of non-conformance issues.
What You Need
- ✓Must be a US citizen and able to attain Security Clearance
- ✓Minimum requirement: BS in EE, or relevant discipline, Master is a plus, and minimum of 3 years of Quality Engineering Experience
- ✓Familiarity with application and adherence to Quality Management Systems ISO 9001 and/or AS9001, applicable experience required
- ✓Working knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) / Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) methodologies, systems and resources
- ✓Experience with HW and SW Configuration Management
- ✓Ability to interface well with Product Development Engineering resources
- ✓Past or present regular member or chair of Material and Failure non-conformance review boards (MRB/FRB)
- ✓Experience in developing or a member of risk & opportunity management, assessment, mitigation, and capture
- ✓Experience in predictive and proactive measures and metrics assessments and supporting actions to improve performance or mitigate problems
- ✓ASQE, Six Sigma Black/Green Belt or Lean certification a strong plus
- ✓DoD industry experience is a plus
- ✓Working knowledge of Industry and Government Quality
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Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Shape the future of advanced technology manufacturing . At Teledyne Microwave Solutions, we’ve spent over 50 years designing and building sophisticated RF and microwave components for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our products support critical missions across aviation, radar, space, and electronic warfare. If you’re ready to apply your engineering skills in a hands-on role that drives innovation and quality, join our team as a Quality Engineer that ensures that all quality aspects are met, and the end product meets all contractual requirements.
What You’ll Do
Areas of specialization include design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, process evaluation, reliability review, documentation sign-off, testing support, and detailed inspection. Assist in the development and implementation of supplier management programs. Ensure Quality Engineering engagement in program development, design, test
and Standards preferred
- +Ability to collaborate with program team members to develop practical solutions to complex problems
- +Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
- +Effective communicator able to work independently and in teams
- +Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- +Hands on experience working with technicians in a production environment
- +The position is on-site
What We Offer
- •Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits
- •401(k) with company match and retirement plans
- •Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- •Professional development and training opportunities
- •Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
- •A collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth
What Happens Next
Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your